Lyons holds a Master of Education in student affairs and a Bachelor of Arts degree in interpersonal, organizational speech communications from Bloomsburg University. In addition to her experience in career services, Lyons has worked with the TRiO program and in the legal field. She has been quoted in USA TODAY College on putting your study-abroad experience to work.

As associate director of career development for Susquehanna University, Lyons carries out career workshops and works directly with students during individual career advising appointments. As an adjunct faculty member, she teaches two Introduction to Professional Development courses each academic year.